B Top 48%

Nantucket High School

Grades 09-12 NANTUCKET, MA

Dropped 5 spots from last year

#178 State Rank
A District Grade
10 Surfside Road, NANTUCKET, MA 02554
596 Students
68.2 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

64% Proficient or Above
11% Advanced

Mathematics

37% Proficient or Above
5% Advanced

Science

45% Proficient or Above
8% Advanced

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2025 English Language Arts 10 64% 11%
2025 Mathematics 10 37% 5%
2025 Science 10 45% 8%
2024 English Language Arts 10 68% 19%
2024 Mathematics 10 50% 11%
2024 Science 10 55% 14%
2023 English Language Arts 10 61% 18%
2023 Mathematics 10 49% 3%
2023 Science 10 56% 16%
2022 English Language Arts 10 68% 6%
2022 Mathematics 10 40% 4%
2022 Science 10 50% 10%

MCAS is administered annually to students in grades 3-8 and 10. Scores reflect the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level expectations.

Student Demographics

596 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 43.8%
Hispanic 39.8%
Black 10.1%
Asian 2%

Gender

51.3% Male
48.7% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 13.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch 28.9%

Athletics Programs

25 sports programs with 1,090 student athletes

Boys Sports

  • Football 67 athletes
  • Softball 47 athletes
  • Basketball 45 athletes
  • Baseball 32 athletes
  • Golf 26 athletes
  • Lacrosse 22 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 19 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 15 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 10 athletes
  • Cross Country 9 athletes
  • Tennis 8 athletes

Girls Sports

  • Wrestling 300 athletes
  • Unified Basketball 245 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 40 athletes
  • Cross Country 32 athletes
  • Volleyball 31 athletes
  • Soccer 31 athletes
  • Baseball 25 athletes
  • Softball 20 athletes
  • Winter Swim/Dive 17 athletes
  • Gymnastics 17 athletes
  • Tennis 17 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 12 athletes
  • Football 2 athletes
  • Field Hockey 1 athletes

Sports data from the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA).

Location

10 Surfside Road, NANTUCKET, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nantucket High School's letter grade?

Nantucket High School has earned a letter grade of B, based on MCAS test scores, attendance, and other performance metrics. This grade represents how the school compares to other Massachusetts High schools.

What grades does Nantucket High School serve?

Nantucket High School serves students in grades 09 through 12.

Is Nantucket High School part of a school district?

Yes, Nantucket High School is part of Nantucket School District. The district oversees multiple schools in the area and provides centralized administration, curriculum standards, and support services.

How are school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple factors including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. The composite score is then converted to a letter grade based on statewide percentile rankings.

Does Nantucket High School offer AP courses?

For information about AP courses at Nantucket High School, please contact the school directly or visit their website.